6 recalls found. |
DEFECT #1 - SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:CONTROLS:FOOT CONTROL
Posted on: 1987-09-18
Description
Foot controlled brake valve may malfunction by allowing air pressure to bypass control piston o ring.
Consequence
These conditions could cause overly aggressive truckbraking during normal brake applications creating the potential for a vehiclecrash.
Corrective Action
Repair so as to prevent brake valve malfunction.
Notes
System: brakesvehicle description: heavy duty trucks
DEFECT #2 - SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR
Posted on: 1988-09-23
Description
The seat cushion may interfere with the seat belt retractor mechanism keeping it from locking.
Consequence
Seat belt would be ineffective and would not restrainoccupant in event of a sudden stop or accident.
Corrective Action
Install a spacer behind the belt assembly mount.
Notes
System: seat belt assembly.vehicle description: heavy duty trucks.
DEFECT #3 - LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
Posted on: 1984-09-12
Description
Door latch pawl spring was not designed to specification. Door could open without warning or door latch may not catch properly when door is closed.
Consequence
Corrective Action
Door latches will be replaced if necessary.
Notes
Vehicle description: heavy trucks.system: structure; door assembly, latches and locks.consequences of defect: when vehicle is in operation, person(s) seated byaffected door could fall out and be injured.
DEFECT #4 - SUSPENSION:FRONT:HUB
Posted on: 1984-06-22
Description
Front hubs were machined improperly and could split or break at the wheel mounting flange. The wheel mounting flange holds the wheel and brake drum system together. Wheel and brake drum could separate from vehicle.
Consequence
Corrective Action
Dealer will replace hubs.
Notes
Vehicle description: heavy trucks equipped with disc wheels.system: suspension; wheel hub and brake drum.consequences of defect: if the wheel and drum detach, an accident could result.note: warning signs of impending failure are wheel wobble and brake drag.
DEFECT #5 - PARKING BRAKE:DRIVELINE:AIR
Posted on: 1985-08-20
Description
The quick release air valve may contain a valve disc that balloons when the parking brakes are applied and prevent the parking brakes from setting. Consequence of defect: although the parking brake is applied, the parking brakes may not be set. This could allow an unattended vehicle to roll and cause an accident.
Consequence
Corrective Action
Replace the valve disc in the quick release air valve.
Notes
Vehicle description: white heavy duty trucks and autocar constructor series with 26,000 gvwr and greater.system: quick release air valve parking brake.
DEFECT #6 - STEERING:GEAR BOX (OTHER THAN RACK AND PINION)
Posted on: 1984-09-12
Description
Steering gear may not be secure because of a loose bolt on steering gear bracket. Bolts hold steering gear bracket to chassis.
Consequence
Corrective Action
Upon inspection, the bolts and locknuts will be replaced, if necessary.
Notes
Vehicle description: heavy trucks.system: steering; steering gear bracket.consequences of defect: sudden erratic steering may cause loss of vehiclecontrol and could result in accident or personal injury.